Steam And Chiller Operator (Maintenance, Repair, and Sustainability Coordinator III) Position Available In Putnam, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Steam and Chiller Operator (Maintenance, Repair, and Sustainability Coordinator III) at Tennessee Tech performs duties such as lighting off, shutting down, and troubleshooting boilers. This full-time position requires a high school diploma, four years of related experience, and knowledge of boiler operations. The work hours are Monday-Friday, 11pm-7am, with on-call responsibilities. Salary is commensurate with experience and benefits include vacation days, sick leave, and insurance options.
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Position Information
Position Information Position Number 898010
Working Title Steam And Chiller Operator (Maintenance, Repair, and Sustainability Coordinator III)
Job Title Facilities Associate 8
Department M and R – Heat Plant
Job Type Full-Time
Job Purpose Performs various duties as a Steam and Chiller Operator. Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Essential Functions Lights off, shuts down and troubleshoots boilers. Maintains proper boiler operation by monitoring and adjusting boiler and auxiliary equipment controls for natural gas and oil-fired boilers. This position must remain at the workstation to immediately respond to emergency needs during their meal period. Performs major and minor maintenance on boilers and auxiliary equipment. Maintains boiler maintenance logs, Operation Logs, and chemical test logs. Plans, schedules, supervises and directs the activities of other heating plant employees in performing routine tasks. Uses tools necessary for the performance of tasks. Performs various cleaning functions. Minimum Qualifications 1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Four years of related professional experience with at least two years of mechanical work experience.
3. Basic knowledge of boiler operations and boiler safety.
4. Ability to service boilers, pumps, pipes, and valves.
5. Knowledge and ability to use tools and equipment for pipe fitting, plumbing, and electrical.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
7. Ability to keep records and make reports. Preferred Qualifications 1. Knowledge of boiler equipment.
2. Working knowledge of boiler operations and maintenance.
3. Working knowledge of natural gas and #2 fuel oil boiler systems. Work Hours Routine work hours are Monday-Friday, 11pm-7am (40 hours per week). Work shifts will be assigned by the supervisor. Must have the ability and willingness to work irregular hours as necessary. This position is on call.
Compensation and Benefits Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 8.
Benefits Information Benefits include the initial accumulation of one vacation day per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Posting Details Posting Date 05/20/2025
Deadline Date 06/03/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants will be required to electronically upload a resume and list of three professional references at time of application. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
